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Can't link funding winter to once-in-100yrs COVID funding: Anandan

YouTube · 1y ago

Can't link funding winter to once-in-100yrs COVID funding: Anandan

Rajan Anandan, Managing Director of Peak XV Partners, mentioned that the current funding situation shouldn't be compared to the substantial funding startups received during the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasized that the present conditions are more typical, likening it to returning to normal temperatures after experiencing an exceptionally hot summer. Anandan also noted that this is an opportune period for both building and investing.

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Listed Indian Startups To Reach 100 In Few Years: Rajan Anandan

Inc42 · 1y ago

Listed Indian Startups To Reach 100 In Few Years: Rajan Anandan

Peak XV Partners managing director, Rajan Anandan, predicted that Indian startups are likely to receive funding between $8-$12 billion in 2023. He also projected that the number of listed Indian startups will increase fivefold, reaching around 100 in the next 7-8 years. Anandan dismissed concerns regarding the funding winter, stating that the country's venture capital firms currently have approximately $20 billion in dry powder. He emphasized the importance of innovation in startups and stated that no business model can sustain for more than a decade in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Indian startups on track to raise $8-12 billion this year: Peak XV MD Rajan Anandan

Money Control

Money Control · 1y ago

Indian startups on track to raise $8-12 billion this year: Peak XV MD Rajan Anandan

Indian startups are projected to secure $8-12 billion in funding this year, as stated by Rajan Anandan, Managing Director of venture capital firm Peak XV. He praised the Indian startup ecosystem for being the most dynamic in the world. Anandan highlighted that $20 billion worth of private capital is currently uninvested but committed to investments in private firms and startups in India. Last year, funding for Indian startups was $7 billion, but this year it is on track to reach $8-12 billion, marking sustained growth in the ecosystem. Anandan believes that $10 billion per year is sufficient to support the Indian startup ecosystem.

Bangalore startups hit hardest by funding winter

Money Control

Money Control · 2y ago

Bangalore startups hit hardest by funding winter

The funding winter has hit startups in Bangalore, India, particularly hard, according to Moneycontrol. Startups in the region are facing challenges in securing investments, impacting their growth and expansion plans. H1 2023 saw only three deals above US$100 million in Bangalore startups, totaling US$374 million compared to 21 deals totalling US$5.3 billion in the year-before period. Read the article on the source link below to know more-

50% of firms we invest in have no line of code written: Peak XV MD

Inshorts · 2y ago

50% of firms we invest in have no line of code written: Peak XV MD

Rajan Anandan, the Managing Director of Peak XV Partners, stated that approximately 50% of the companies his firm invests in at the seed stage have not yet written any code. Instead, they focus on identifying exceptional teams with profound insights into large markets. Anandan emphasized that having a product-market fit is crucial to secure Series A funding in the current landscape, highlighting the importance of validating market viability before advancing to the next funding stage.

50% of firms we invest in have no line of code written: Peak XV MD

Inshorts · 2y ago

50% of firms we invest in have no line of code written: Peak XV MD

Rajan Anandan, the Managing Director of Peak XV Partners, stated that approximately 50% of the companies they invest in at the seed level do not have any code written yet. In essence, their investments rely heavily on exceptional teams venturing into expansive markets with profound insights. Anandan further mentioned that achieving a product-market fit is a prerequisite for securing series A funding in the present landscape.

Indian startups seen raising $10-12 billion this year: Peak XV’s Rajan Anandan

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Indian startups seen raising $10-12 billion this year: Peak XV’s Rajan Anandan

Indian startups are expected to raise around $10-12 billion in funding this year, which is seen as sufficient to build the country's ecosystem, according to Rajan Anandan, Managing Director of Peak XV Partners. This estimate follows a period of exuberance in 2021 and 2022 during which India received $60 billion in funding. Anandan also noted that around $20 billion of private capital is currently uninvested and committed to the Indian market. The report suggests that in the coming years, there will be at least 100 Indian startups aiming for initial public offerings.

Peak XV has Rs 16,000 crore for investment; AI to be in focus: Rajan Anandan

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Peak XV has Rs 16,000 crore for investment; AI to be in focus: Rajan Anandan

Venture capital firm Peak XV Partners, with a significant investment of about Rs 16,000 crores, is actively looking to invest in AI startups. The firm has already made over 25 AI investments in the past 1-1.5 years. Rajan Anandan, the managing director of Peak XV Partners, emphasized the emergence of AI application companies across various sectors such as healthcare, retail, agriculture, and financial services. Anandan also highlighted the need for more AI researchers in India and the importance of investing in AI research.

Mutual funds ramp up stakes in new-age companies by 2-3X as PE/VCs head out

Money Control

Money Control · 2y ago

Mutual funds ramp up stakes in new-age companies by 2-3X as PE/VCs head out

Improvement in profitability and funding winter attract mutual funds to firms like Paytm, Zomato, Nykaa, PB Fintech, Delhivery. Experts say MFs might look to ramp up holdings further in these new-age stocks

Funding freeze bites into the early stage businesses

Money Control

Money Control · 1y ago

Funding freeze bites into the early stage businesses

In Q3CY2023, venture capital firms showed a preference for investing in newer startups. Late stage startups, including Unicorns, have been more affected by the funding freeze, while early stage investment activity has remained relatively unaffected. However, the funding winter is now impacting the early stage funding segment as well.

'It’s the best time to be an angel investor,' says Peak XV’s Rajan Anandan on India's deeptech boom

YourStory

YourStory · 4m ago

'It’s the best time to be an angel investor,' says Peak XV’s Rajan Anandan on India's deeptech boom

India's deeptech sector is booming, creating ideal conditions for angel investors, according to Rajan Anandan of Peak XV Partners. The firm now allocates 15-20% to deeptech, emphasizing its future potential. At Startup Mahakumbh, the need for regulatory reforms was highlighted to overcome funding challenges, especially for Series A investments. Panelists advocated longer startup recognition periods to sustain momentum. With India becoming a hub for emerging ideas, it’s a pivotal time for investors and businesses.

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